The world is mourning Pele, for many the greatest footballer of all, known in Brazil simply as King, who has died at the age of 82. He had been in hospital since late last month.
Daughter Kely Nascimento confirmed his passing with a social media post that said: ‘Everything we are is thanks to you. We love you infinitely. Rest in peace.’
There was a message to the three million followers on Pele’s official Twitter account, too: ‘Inspiration and love